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Women's Health West
Research
Research enables us to improve our own work, share our learning with government and other agencies, and advocate for change on key issues of women's health, safety and wellbeing. The way we do research is as important as its outcomes. We take a strongly feminist, action research-based approach to our research in the community.
Introducing the Young Mum's Rock Pack!
The Young Mums Rock! posters and postcards were designed with young mothers and service providers, to promote a range of options young mothers can take to support their journey.
For more information about the Young Mum's Rock Pack! or to order a Young Mum's Rock Pack! click here Young Mum's Rock Pack!
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Young Mums Rock
This major action research project explores issues of emotional wellbeing for young mothers in Melton, in partnership with Djerriwarrh Community Health Services and a range of other agencies.Family Harmony Research
This innovative community-based research explored issues of family violence in Somali and Eritrean communities in the Western Region, with a view to providing better services to these communities.Beyond Symptoms
A detailed and comprehensive analysis of health needs in the Western Region, of interest to government, services, students and the community.Measuring the Tides of Violence
Draws on data from police, services courts, government and researchers to explore the nature and extent of family violence in the region.Publications
We publish health promotion resources in English and various community languages, our quarterly newsletter, information kits, reports and more.
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Women's Health West Newsletter
Read WHW News online for updates on our work, health issues and more, or become a member and receive the latest edition quarterly by mail.Annual Reports
Our annual reports provide overviews and highlights of our work during the financial year plus CEO, chair and financial reports.Strategic Plan 2004-08
A summary of our major strategic directions for 2004–2008, including key issues and goals around learning, partnership and change.Free publications and resources
We produce free brochures, booklets and AV materials, some in community languages, about women's health and family violence, including WHW services.Information kits, reports and publications
We have a range of booklets, information kits and research reports for sale. Most are produced for service providers, but may also interest students and community members.Resource centre
Our small resource collection includes up to date infomation pamphlets, infomation kits and reports along with WHW and other resources on women's health and wellbeing. Drop in or contact us via email.